Chapter 167

Dominic's eyes darkened as he recalled that unforgettable kiss the previous night. He thought of the soft and smooth sensation that was sweeter than honey. It was an addictive taste that was impossible to forget once experienced. He leaned in, and just as his lips were about to touch Vespera's, he paused. His rationality was caught between his desire and the urge to withdraw. Time and space seemed to freeze. He hesitated, torn between giving in and pulling away. Sometime later, Dominic sighed and pulled away. He returned to his seat and loosened his tie before downing an entire glass of ice water. Meanwhile, Vespera slept perfectly still like a mannequin behind him. Even the angle of her tilted head was unnatural. It was as if someone had forcibly arranged it that way. One minute later, she faintly curled her fingers. Ten minutes later, she yanked the blanket over her head in the blink of an eye and wrapped herself up like a mummy. Her heart had been pounding wildly for the past t